Tenmangu Shrine
Tenmangu Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, a scholar and politician from the Heian period who is revered as the deity of learning. Located in various cities across Japan, the most famous is the Dazaifu Tenmangu in Fukuoka Prefecture. The shrine features beautiful gardens and traditional architecture, attracting many visitors, especially students seeking academic success.
The shrine hosts several festivals throughout the year, including the Tenjin Matsuri, which celebrates Sugawara no Michizane. Visitors often offer prayers and make wishes for good fortune in their studies. The surrounding area is also known for its plum trees, which symbolize knowledge and learning.